Hi
I have purchased a new HTC Desire from China which I believe has Android OS 2.2 installed. However it contains a lot of Chinese applications that cannot be removed and I am unable to download any apk. files through the phone and their is also no market application installed. I have tried installing the market app from my computer on my phone but once it has been installed it wont run. Factory resets do not work. Is there any way to get around this?
Thanks
danie
You'll have to root your phone and install a non-chinese custom ROM. Apparently Market/Play Store is disabled is China (that's what I read in a similar thread). Just installing the Play Store apk in an incompatible ROM won't work. Also, removing the Chinese pre-installed apps is possible if you root.
If you can't find a specific rooting guide for your firmware version, there are some generic rooting guides that work for many Android phone. Search for 'rooting any android phone' and you'll find them.
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hi
i erased all my sd card
and from that there is deleted market and all the others app
my android version is 2.3.4 on HTC HD2
iii tryed so many tips to run the android ics version and the others but i cant find no one of toolkit nand that can work,, all of those were crashed or something similar
S im searching how to backup my market or how to run another android version like ics or the similar i have 2.3.4 that includes market
if you can help with some links that are in work ,
IF IS THERE SOMEONE WHO KNOWS FOR THIS JUST HELP ME !!!
If you google "android market apk" you will find many links to download the market. Put this on your SD card and install it.
As far as the backup, Google will backup your settings, including what was installed and will restore upon a factory wipe/reconfigure of your handset (google account).
I also use appbrain - will show you what you have installed and you can easily re-install apps on a new phone.
da__beast said:
If you google "android market apk" you will find many links to download the market. Put this on your SD card and install it.
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thanks a lot i downloaded that android market apk and its ok
I also had the same problem, thanks for the help!
Hi there
I hope someone can help me or give me a pointer. The short story is that Google Play has reverted to the Android Market (v2.3.4) and I can't download anything from the Market.
The longer story is this...
I have a Samsung Galaxy S2, bought sim-free over a year ago, running Android 2.3.3. Yesterday I had a problem with Google Play not being able to download some apps. This was clearly wrong: I had 1.5GB free of 16GB. In the course of trying to fix this (ha!), and trying to find recovery mode, I borked the device further. Google Play reverted to Android Market v2.3.4, and some apps got messed up in random ways and consistently crashed. I uninstalled some of the crashing apps, but I still cannot download anything from the Market in order to reinstall them.
I've cleared cache and cleared data for various apps and services: Market, Download Manager, Google Play Services (odd that that's still there), Google Services Framework, and maybe some others.
The problem with the Market is that when I touch to download an app it readies itself for the download (moving diagonal lines on the progress bar) and then the progress bar disappears as if it's finished. There is no download, and certainly no install, but no error message either. On the other hand my web-based Google Play account says I've just downloaded it. And meanwhile my web-based Google Play account says there are no devices associated with my account.
Given the situation with Market, I can't even download something like MarketFixer which may help. I can sideload apks, but I can't find a (legitimate-looking) apk like MarketFixer to download.
I've never rooted my device, so I don't expect to have to do that to fix this. Before do a factory reset, does anyone have any ideas?
Many thanks
Nik
Update: Solved in thread below
ah darn!! i thought i could help you, up until the point where you said you didn't root . If you rooted then you could just install the latest version of google play
dragid10 said:
ah darn!! i thought i could help you, up until the point where you said you didn't root . If you rooted then you could just install the latest version of google play
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Thanks for even thinking of that, dragid10.
Hmm... theoretically, if I routed, where would I get the latest version of Google Play from? I can't access the Market, after all.
There are a few threads in the apps forum here on XDA one is http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1932489
I also don't think you need to be rooted to install it. Just make sure you turn on unknown sources from settings(either under applications or security)
Also have you tried uninstalling updates for the market or removing your Google account from your phone and re-adding it.
Edit:Updated thread URL original one was a closed thread.
nsmith4 said:
There are a few threads in the apps forum here on XDA one is http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1932489
I also don't think you need to be rooted to install it. Just make sure you turn on unknown sources from settings(either under applications or security)
Also have you tried uninstalling updates for the market or removing your Google account from your phone and re-adding it.
Edit:Updated thread URL original one was a closed thread.
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nsmith4, thank you. That's moved me a bit forward. I couldn't find a Google Play apk, and now I've got Google Play back on my device, and the web version of Google Play knows about my device again.
(I did try to delete my Google account and it refused me. It said it was needed by some applications and should do a factory reset instead!)
So now it seems I'm back to my original problem: I (still) can't download any apps from Google Play because it says (wrongly) there's insufficient space on device. I shall keep looking for an apk of MarketFixer or similar. This problem is now the same as the one reported here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1436188
although of course I cannot download MarketFix to help me fix the market.
Update: That install of Google Play didn't stick. When I rebooted the phone it took me through the Android initiation process (asked for Google username and password) and Market was back in place of Play.
Looks like a problem with factory resetting every time you restart. That is a bigger problem. Google Play will automatically update itself (all update to com.android.vending will).
Try taking the ICS update (if you haven't already), you need a fresh install of the OS. Or you can root and install a ROM. Same thing
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You say you "borked the device further". The question is, what happened? What did you do, and what got borked, in what way? If you don't even know, then it will be difficult or impossible to repair. The easiest and fastest solution will be to install a fresh ROM, like Gagdude said.
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You say you "borked the device further". The question is, what happened? What did you do, and what got borked, in what way? If you don't even know, then it will be difficult or impossible to repair. The easiest and fastest solution will be to install a fresh ROM, like Gagdude said.
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gagdude, post-mortem: No, I didn't keep a careful record of what I did. The "borking" is a combination of the problems listed above. I'm going to do a factory reset and upgrade to ICS, as suggested, thanks. Will keep you posted.
Mid-point update: Successfully factory reset my phone (Volume up + Power on, factory reset, then reboot). Now my SIM card isn't recognised (sigh).
The same problem, but with a different device, is here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1344576
It appears as if my modem software is messed up. The saga continues.
Solved! SIM working again.
...And miraculously it's solved!
I flashed a new ROM onto the device -- ICS, which is very shiny and new to me -- using Odin, and it came back to life perfectly. Useful links were:
"[ROM+Guide] Official i9100 Firmwares LPE/Q/7/2/F/S/4/7/G/9/W/D/F Download"
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
"Firmware Archive" - where I got the firmware download from
http://samsung-updates.com/
Solution to "RESOLVED [Q] SIM not detected?? (ATT + polish GNOTE)" - not my device, but a story that encouraged me to install a new ROM.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=19407086&postcount=28
Odin download - although it seems this is an old version:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1738841
Thanks to all on these forums (not just this thread) for sharing their experiences.
Hi
I am a newbie to Andriod and this forum so please be gentle with me.
I have just purchased a Star 9500 (Samsung S4 clone). Android version 4.2.2
Brand alps
Model 2206_jbla763_f
CPU MTK MT6589
Whilst familarising myself with this device and installing a few apps I decided to install AVG Antivirus from the playstore. I ran the program only to find one threat (malware discovered in play store app). Playstore version 4.5.10
Knowing that virus checkers give various results I decided to install a second checker so installed TrustGo antivirus and moble security and ran this program. Again it indicated malware in playstore app this time a bit more information
Threat low
Threat Adware AdUUCun.A2Andriod
This app uses UUCUN ad network. It may collect identifying information about your device such as its unique device ID (IMEI) etc.
recommendation uninstall app.
Now comes my dilemma
Having only just purchased this device I do not want to brick it in the first week of ownership
Is there a simple solution.
I understand you cannot uninstall system files? I assume as PLay Store came on the device it is considered a system file.
If I do manage to uninstall Play Store how do I reinstall?
Will I need to root this device to get at this app and if so can anyone supply a proceedure in simple speak.
Also I am keen to learn more about Android rooting upgrading to latest Android versions and there seems to be masses of information out there
but all very confusing so if someone can point me at a place to start it would be much appreciated.
many thanks for any advise in advance
strange, just tried AVG also in my nexus 5, no threat in playstore 4.5.10?! maybe, the manufacturer of your star has installed a nodded version of play store, and those signature does not seem correct to avg!
without rooting, you can try to install a clean play store apk:
http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/1...-play-store-activity-iap-indicators-and-more/
.. maybe you have to push this into your sys/app folder, for what you need root rights!
try to install it without root rights, if this won't work, root or ignore :/
How to fix Virus reported in Play Store App?
thenobol said:
strange, just tried AVG also in my nexus 5, no threat in playstore 4.5.10?! maybe, the manufacturer of your star has installed a nodded version of play store, and those signature does not seem correct to avg!
without rooting, you can try to install a clean play store apk:
.. maybe you have to push this into your sys/app folder, for what you need root rights!
try to install it without root rights, if this won't work, root or ignore :/
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Thanks for your input.
I have tried what you suggested and downloaded a clean version of Play Store.
It seemed to install but after running virus checker again same error exists.
I tried to uninstall the original play store but was not allowed too. So doubt if original has been overwritten.
From my limited knowledge it appears I will need to root the Star9500 MT6589 - remove play store and try again.
Does anyone have a simple proceedure to root this Chinese phone as I do not wish to end up with a door stop after only a week of "use".
cheers
Hi there,
I have purchased a Coolpad 8017 mobile phone in China running Android 4.4.2. I have (apparently) rooted the phone using Kingo Root and Super SU is functional. I attempted to install Google Play and the associated framework using the guide on theandriodpit.com:
Here is the guide:
Download a couple of APKs, you can usually find the newest bundle in a zip package on XDA Developers:
•Google Play Store (the newest version you can find)
•Google Services Framework
•Google Login Service/Account Manager
If you are rooted you can copy them to your root directory to System/App using a root manager like ES File Explorer. Then just restart your device.
When I try to access Google Play and it asks me to enter my account information, this message appears: ''Unfortunately, Google Services Framework has stopped''. Then after inputting my email and password, it hangs on the 'Signing in....''This can take a few minutes.....'' screen.
Is my phone rooted properly? Have I missed any important steps? What else could be the problem?
Thanks,
Andrew.
I can't install a new custom ROM as there doesn't appear to be any available for my device yet. Please help.
I'll take my question elsewhere. You're helpful folks aren't you?
Playstore Coolpad 8017
AndroX81 said:
I'll take my question elsewhere. You're helpful folks aren't you?
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Hi there.
My mum just came home from China with a coolpad 8017. After some tampering I finally managed to flash gapps on it yesterday, if you're still interested.
kingafw said:
Hi there.
My mum just came home from China with a coolpad 8017. After some tampering I finally managed to flash gapps on it yesterday, if you're still interested.
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Would you help me with my coolpad 8017?I am from Poland.Best readgers
Hi all,
I have a ZTE S2004 from China that does not have the usual pre-installed Google apps. I had e-mailed the manufacturer (both the North American and Chinese customer service) and was notified that because the phone is from China, it does not support Google services.
I recently found out about and downloaded KingRoot v4.5 and Root Explorer v3.3.5 to try and install Google APKs as described in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1874285. I installed the APKs , then changed the permissions to align with the other APK files, restarted the phone and then tried to install the apps via the APKS. They all said installation successful, but the apps crash and do not work, with the error message reading "Unforunately [program] has stopped".
Thanks.
theSebra said:
Hi all,
I have a ZTE S2004 from China that does not have the usual pre-installed Google apps. I had e-mailed the manufacturer (both the North American and Chinese customer service) and was notified that because the phone is from China, it does not support Google services.
I recently found out about and downloaded KingRoot v4.5 and Root Explorer v3.3.5 to try and install Google APKs as described in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1874285. I installed the APKs , then changed the permissions to align with the other APK files, restarted the phone and then tried to install the apps via the APKS. They all said installation successful, but the apps crash and do not work, with the error message reading "Unforunately [program] has stopped".
Thanks.
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Most likely because that thread is 3 years old. The apps are very outdated. Would try the same steps with the updated version of the Google apps.
es0tericcha0s said:
Most likely because that thread is 3 years old. The apps are very outdated. Would try the same steps with the updated version of the Google apps.
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Sorry I forgot to mention that the phone is using Android version 4.4.4 and I read that some of the APKs only supported 5.0+. I am unsure how to proceed.
theSebra said:
Sorry I forgot to mention that the phone is using Android version 4.4.4 and I read that some of the APKs only supported 5.0+. I am unsure how to proceed.
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Should just need the Play Store and Google Services Framework installed to get started. With 4.4, they should be placed into /system/priv-app with the correct permissions. 0644 I believe. Once placed there, permissions set, and rebooted, you should be able to access the store and download the rest of the stuff you need. I'd just grab them from a 4.4 Gapps package. They will be slightly outdated, but should be easily updatable.
es0tericcha0s said:
Should just need the Play Store and Google Services Framework installed to get started. With 4.4, they should be placed into /system/priv-app with the correct permissions. 0644 I believe. Once placed there, permissions set, and rebooted, you should be able to access the store and download the rest of the stuff you need. I'd just grab them from a 4.4 Gapps package. They will be slightly outdated, but should be easily updatable.
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I have encountered a problem with the Play Store installation. I had downloaded a newer version of Google Play Store and have tried to uninstall it, but it still remains and I fear it is blocking the 4.4.4 version. I cannot remove it by using the default removal option or even root explorer. I attempted to reset the phone but that has not worked either.
The installation for Google Services Framework was successful, but when I tried to use the Google Play Store, it would open and subsequently close immediately, no error message showing and the process itself still running.
So you've deleted it with Root Explorer and it came back after reboot or there was an error when trying to remove it?
theSebra said:
Hi all,
I have a ZTE S2004 from China that does not have the usual pre-installed Google apps. I had e-mailed the manufacturer (both the North American and Chinese customer service) and was notified that because the phone is from China, it does not support Google services.
I recently found out about and downloaded KingRoot v4.5 and Root Explorer v3.3.5 to try and install Google APKs as described in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1874285. I installed the APKs , then changed the permissions to align with the other APK files, restarted the phone and then tried to install the apps via the APKS. They all said installation successful, but the apps crash and do not work, with the error message reading "Unforunately [program] has stopped".
Thanks.
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I'm not sure but you can try this.
Root your phone,get a new custom rom.
use a vpn service app to access internet on your device. i think that will do the work.
Note: select VPN provider of somewhere outside china
here is a download link of a VPN app CLICK DOWNLOAD
Try this and let me know
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So you've deleted it with Root Explorer and it came back after reboot or there was an error when trying to remove it?
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There was no error when trying to remove it, but it still appears on the phone after the reboot.
akky26 said:
I'm not sure but you can try this.
Root your phone,get a new custom rom.
use a vpn service app to access internet on your device. i think that will do the work.
Note: select VPN provider of somewhere outside china
here is a download link of a VPN app CLICK DOWNLOAD
Try this and let me know
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I am unsure which custom ROMs are available, as I have been unable to find any for my phone model, S2004. The most common ones I've seen are the ZTE Blade and ZTE Warp.
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There was no error when trying to remove it, but it still appears on the phone after the reboot.
I am unsure which custom ROMs are available, as I have been unable to find any for my phone model, S2004. The most common ones I've seen are the ZTE Blade and ZTE Warp.
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Then you can do one thing, download firmware of your device but of some other country. It may work for you.
akky26 said:
Then you can do one thing, download firmware of your device but of some other country. It may work for you.
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There is no other firmware available, my phone is currently only available in China.
Any update on this ? I have the same phone and it's useless without the google related apps (and it would be great to have a newer version of android on it too)
Thanks,